Hyundai, Kia invest $50M in semiconductor startup Tenstorrent

The automaker plans to use Tenstorrent’s technology to jointly develop AI chiplets and optimized semiconductors.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 8, 2023

Toyota shakes up data, software leadership as it revamps EV plans

The automaker promoted Christopher Yang to president and CEO of Toyota Connected North America.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 7, 2023

Tesla owners allege false advertising over EV ranges in class-action lawsuit

If the court approves the suit, people in California could join it, potentially exposing the automaker to significant legal risk.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 3, 2023

Porsche eyes $3.3B EV battery plant in US

The German luxury carmaker is also weighing options at home and in Canada for its planned factory.

By Sebastian Obando • Aug. 3, 2023

Geely develops large language model for in-vehicle infotainment

It’s expected to be the first large language model deployed in the auto industry.

By Eric Walz • Aug. 3, 2023

Subaru has a more aggressive EV plan

The automaker aims to boost global battery-electric vehicle sales to 50% by 2030.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 2, 2023

Mercedes-Benz invests over $2.2B in AI reskilling

The carmaker is offering data and digitalization training to over 600 employees as auto manufacturing modernizes.

By Michael Brady • Aug. 1, 2023

Tesla inflated driving range estimates with rigged algorithm: Reuters

The automaker’s range deception tactics are part of a long-term pattern of overstating the capabilities of its technology.

By Eric Walz • July 27, 2023

Waymo redirects focus to self-driving cars at the expense of trucking

The tech company, under Google parent firm Alphabet, is pushing back its timeline and operations for commercializing autonomous tractor-trailers.

By David Taube • July 27, 2023

Toyota launches 3 research projects to improve road safety as regulations loom

The automaker’s Collaborative Research Safety Center will study driver support features for lane centering, develop an in-vehicle intervention and evaluate how data can improve technology that promotes safer driving.

By Michael Brady • July 27, 2023

Nissan, Renault overhaul their alliance

The two companies will keep a 15% stake in each other, with Renault Group transferring 28.4% of its Nissan shares to a French trust.

By Michael Brady • July 27, 2023

7 automakers form massive EV charging joint venture

The collaboration will create one of North America's largest public EV charging networks and include 30,000 high-powered chargers.

By Eric Walz • July 27, 2023

Foxconn to take 50% stake in ZF Group’s passenger vehicle chassis unit

The move is part of Foxconn’s diversification strategy, which includes expanding its automotive business and taking a 5% share of the global EV market by 2025.

By Eric Walz • July 25, 2023

New car owners unimpressed with their vehicles: J.D. Power

Overall satisfaction declined two years in a row, according to the survey. “It’s an indicator that larger issues may lie under the surface,” said Frank Hanley, senior director of auto benchmarking.

By Eric Walz • July 24, 2023

Car shoppers like subscriptions more than expected: S&P Global Mobility

Over 80% of survey respondents who experienced a free trial or existing subscription said they would definitely or probably buy subscription-based services for a future vehicle.

By Michael Brady • July 24, 2023

Tony Posawatz named Fermata Energy CEO

The former Fisker Automotive CEO also led the development of the Chevrolet Volt.

By Michael Brady • July 20, 2023

Nissan is first Japanese automaker to adopt Tesla’s EV charging port

The company will offer the North American Charging Standard port on its Ariya SUV in 2024 and future models in 2025.

By Eric Walz • July 20, 2023

Stellantis revamps its semiconductor strategy to ensure long-term supply

The company wants to avoid supply chain disruptions, which significantly impacted global vehicle production and sales during the pandemic.

By Eric Walz • July 19, 2023

Mercedes-Benz brings ChatGPT to factories

The automaker is piloting the technology in its production process ahead of a global rollout.

By Kate Magill • July 19, 2023

Audi deploys new cloud-based IT system in Germany factory

The new control system paves the way for software and tools that support workers and vehicle diagnostics, predict maintenance needs and lower energy use, executives said.

By Michael Brady • July 18, 2023

Automotive semiconductor shortage mostly resolved: S&P Global

The semiconductor shortage that disrupted vehicle production over the past two years is just about over. But as vehicles become more complex, supply chain disruptions may impact production and sales.

By Eric Walz • July 17, 2023

Kia to invest over $200M in Georgia plant expansion

The West Point expansion will enable the automaker to produce its first electric vehicle in North America.

By Sara Samora • July 17, 2023

Automakers blast EU proposal to make cars more recyclable

The European Union may require automakers to use recycled plastic and help finance the cost of recycling old cars.

By Michael Brady • July 17, 2023

American muscle cars among deadliest vehicles on the road: IIHS

Versions of the Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Charger and Ford Mustang made up six of the 21 vehicles with the highest driver death rates for model year 2020, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

By Michael Brady • July 14, 2023

Bosch ramps up hydrogen fuel cell production in Germany

Nikola Corp. will use the fuel cell modules to power its Class 8 hydrogen electric vehicle, with North American deliveries expected to start later this year.

By Eric Walz • July 14, 2023